2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q7 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 361 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |